Surgical Enhanced Technologist

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Indianapolis is seeking a Surgical Enhanced Technologist for a full-time day shift. You will support the operating room before, during, and after procedures.

The role requires NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist, BLS, 1 year OR experience, and ongoing CE hours; you will mentor colleagues and ensure sterile field compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 19 contact hours of continuing education required.
• Minimum 1 year OR experience in the Skilled Technologist role or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing the operating room with proper equipment and supplies before procedures.
• Assist the surgeon and OR team during procedures as allowed by standards.
• Support turnover of the OR and proper handling of specimens and instruments after procedures.
• Train and mentor colleagues with less experience.

Skills

OR teamwork

Patient safety

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NBSTSA CST certification

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Overview

This is a full time day shift role working Monday-Friday. No weekends or holidays required! Surgical Enhanced Technologists provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel. Trains colleagues on various skills and tasks. Acts as a resource or mentor to colleagues with less experience.

Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.


• Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA.


• Requires Basic Life Support Certification.


• Must be an expert in advanced technology within specialty service. Examples include lasers, robotics, navigational technology, Implantable Electronic Devices (Pacemakers, VADs, VNS), etc.


• Requires documentation of 19 Contact Hours of Continuing Education.


• Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.


• Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.


• Requires application and completion of selected documentation for review by each region's Surgical Technologist Steering Committee as well as an interview with the committee.


• Requires a minimum of 1 year OR experience in the Skilled Technologist role or relevant experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.